Hi Friends,
Apologies for the delay! I am out of town to celebrate a wedding and I did not pack my laptop and editing this proved harder on my iPad than I anticipated. I will enjoy my forgiveness and remind you that we will be talking again with Rabbi Joseph on Monday night at 7:00! If you have questions for Rabbi Joseph, drop them in the comments or shoot me an email!
Show Notes:
Summary
In this conversation, Rabbi Joseph and the host discuss the importance of sharing scripture and the challenges of interpretation. They explore the defining characteristics of God, Torah, and Israel, and the need for critical reading of scripture. They also discuss the continuity between Judaism and Christianity and the complexity of translations. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the language used in communal prayer and the importance of respecting different beliefs while finding common ground. The conversation explores different concepts of God and the challenges of praying together. It delves into the inexplicability of God and the importance of embracing the mystery. The interpretation of scripture and the understanding of Israel are also discussed. The conversation touches on the Trinity and the differences in beliefs between Judaism and Christianity. It explores the concept of non-biblical Judaism and the challenges of interpreting the Bible in the modern world. The significance of the Ten Commandments and the different interpretations of Judaism are also explored.
Takeaways
Sharing scripture is essential for understanding and appreciating different religious traditions.
Critical reading of scripture requires considering different contexts and interpretations.
There is continuity between Judaism and Christianity, and both share a belief in God, Torah, and Israel.
Translations of scripture can vary and impact the understanding of the text.
In communal prayer, it is important to find language that is inclusive and respectful of different beliefs.
Starting with God